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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Liver Mass

ICD-10 Coding for Liver Mass

R16.0
C22.0

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for liver mass includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Hepatic Mass
Liver Lesion
Hepatic Lesion
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Liver Mass

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Liver Mass

Use ICD-10 code R16.0 for unspecified liver mass, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified liver mass

Billable Code
R16.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Mass identified on imaging without further characterization

Applicable To

  • • Liver mass without further specification

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging or biopsy results are reviewed to avoid undercoding.

Hepatocellular carcinoma

Billable Code
C22.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Biopsy confirmation
  • • AFP >200 ng/mL
  • • Imaging showing arterial phase hyperenhancement

Applicable To

  • • Primary liver cancer

Important Notes

  • • Ensure all diagnostic criteria are met before coding.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R93.2

Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of liver

Use when imaging shows abnormal findings without definitive diagnosis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for an unspecified liver mass?

The ICD-10 code for an unspecified liver mass is R16.0. This code is used when a liver mass is identified but not further characterized.

How do you code hepatocellular carcinoma?

Hepatocellular carcinoma is coded as C22.0 in ICD-10. This code requires biopsy confirmation and elevated AFP levels for accurate documentation.

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